Country Beads

Wire Work Earrings
2019-03-03 10:30 - 12:30 UTC | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Workshop Description
Working with wire is one of the most useful skills to develop for all jewellery making. In this hands-on workshop, you will use semi-precious stones and precious metal wire for your creation. Learn about various wire gauges and experiment with manipulating them into clean loops, shapes and wraps. Finish with a gorgeous pair of earrings, you proudly made yourself!
Time
2 Hours
Cost
$50 +tax

Beaded Fringe Earrings
2019-02-23 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
This style of earring never goes out of fashion! Using only the 3 essentials of classic beadwork – string, findings and glass seed beads, you will create a stunning pair of beaded fringe earrings. Play with colours, patterns and lengths to express your personality in your design. Have fun – the possibilities are endless!

Wire Work Earrings
2019-02-16 10:30 - 12:00 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Working with wire is one of the most useful skills to develop for all jewellery making. In this hands-on workshop, you will use semi-precious stones and precious metal wire for your creation. Learn about various wire gauges and experiment with manipulating them into clean loops, shapes and wraps. Finish with a gorgeous pair of earrings, you proudly made yourself!

Semi-Precious Stone Stretchy Bracelet
2019-02-03 10:30 - 11:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Ever wonder why you are drawn to a specific stone? Are you curious about their healing properties? In this class you will spend time focusing on yourself, creating your personalized semi-precious stone stretchy bracelet. Discuss the different cord options and knotting techniques to finish your bracelet. Learn about various stones, their properties, benefits and add intention specific to your needs.

Stone Wrapping
2019-02-02 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Do you have stones with no holes? Want a way to incorporate found stones into your jewellery? This is the workshop for you! Focusing on using wire to create a clean, secure and stylish look. During this workshop you will have the opportunity to make 2 pendants with 2 different techniques using the stones provided. Leave with the confidence and knowledge to do make more! Feel free to bring in your own piece and brainstorm design options after the workshop.

OPEN TABLE
2019-01-20 | British Columbia
Work as a Pro right on our table! Borrow our tools to complete your desired project or start one from scratch!
When no Workshop is held on the weekend our staff members are be glad to help out by giving out a beading board and some tools, keep in mind that information would be given as a guide but not as detailed and attentive as taking a Workshop.

OPEN TABLE
2019-01-19, 2019-01-13, 2019-01-12, 2019-01-06, 2019-01-05 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada

NO CLASS
2018-12-30, 2018-12-29, 2018-12-23, 2018-12-22 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Sorry! No Class held today.

Pearl Knotting
2018-12-09 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, fresh water pearls and Gold Filled findings you will create a beautiful pearl knotted necklace.

Basic Beading
2018-12-08 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Want to make your own jewellery? This is where to start! We cover all the basics including tools, stringing material, findings and how to put it all together. Leave with a completed project and the confidence for future creations.

Wire Work
2018-12-02 10:30 - 12:30, 2018-11-17 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Working with wire is one of the most useful skills to develop for jewellery making. In this hands-on class, you will learn wire looping and the more intricate technique of wire wrapping. For making earrings, mixing beads with chain, or wiring stones, this class is a must!

Earrings 101
2018-12-01 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
This class is all about earrings. Covering the basics on different types of earwires using eyepins and headpins to make beautiful layered earrings and leave with a gorgeous ready-to-wear pair!

Basic Beading
2018-11-25 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Basic Beading
Want to make your own jewellery? This is where to start! We cover all the basics including tools, stringing material, findings and how to put it all together. Leave with a completed project and the confidence for future creations.

Pearl Knotting
2018-11-24 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Pearl knotting Class
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, fresh water pearls and Gold Filled findings you will create a beautiful pearl knotted necklace.

Earrings 101
2018-11-18 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
This class is all about earrings. Covering the basics on different styles of earwires using eyepins and headpins to make beautiful layered earringseave with a gorgeous rea-to-wear pair!

Remembrance Day
2018-11-11 12:00 - 17:00 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
OPEN 12 – 5
Sorry No Class!

Peyote Stitch
2018-11-10 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Learn to weave beautiful Miyuki delica beads using peyote stitch. During the class time you can create a gorgeous ring band with a pattern of your choice!. Please Note: * The image is a reference of a bracelet, one of many variations of Peyote Stitch.*

Mala Knotting
2018-11-04 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Learn the simple and traditional method of knotting for a soft, fluid and more secure piece of jewellery. Using silk thread, nylon, or waxed linen with natural wood, you will create a beautiful mala-style necklace.
This technique can be utilized for a variety of classic and contemporary styles.

Stone Framing
2018-11-03 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
This class is focused on creating a framed pendant using craft wire, letting you choose between a non drilled stone or cabochon a very effective and secure technique to wrap beautiful pieces showing them as a pendant.

Peyote Stitch
2018-10-28 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada

Crochet Beading
2018-10-27 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
Learn to make beautiful, delicate designs with cord and beads using crochet techniques. You will leave with a gorgeous piece that can work as a multi-wrap bracelet or a necklace. The skills taught in this class can be used to make bracelets, necklaces, and more!

Stone Wrapping
2018-10-21 10:30 - 12:30 | CountryBeads, 2015 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1N3, Canada
This class is focused on creating a decorative pendant using wire. This is a very useful technique, as it can be adapted to a centerpiece that has no hole. Bring in your own piece to wrap, or use one of ours, and leave the class with a necklace of your own design. The skills shown in this class can be used on rings as well; time permitting, we will demonstrate this adaptation.
